A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Tyler Brand: RHP/OF, (2025) Hackett catholic prep, MI. 5-foot-10, 150-pound. Capable raw on the mound, showed a high ¾ an over-the-top arm angle and a loose long arm action with good arm speed. Stretch only type pitcher who uses high effort. Tall balance point with in line shoulders. Lands square with upright finish. (Max spin 1903; Avg 1722).
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Tyler Brand: RHP/OF, (2025) Hackett catholic prep, MI. 5-foot-10, 150-pound. Capable raw on the mound, showed a high ¾ an over-the-top arm angle and a loose long arm action with good arm speed. Stretch only type pitcher who uses high effort. Tall balance point with in line shoulders. Lands square with upright finish. (Max spin 1903; Avg 1722).